Description: The striking layout highlights the rich archaeological heritage of the Mediterranean island nation. It centers on a detailed rendering of the "Sleeping Lady," an iconic artifact dating back over five thousand years, depicting a reclining female figure resting peacefully on a woven couch. The backdrop showcases an elaborate relief pattern of interlocking stone spirals carved into the ancient temple walls of the Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum. The country name "MALTA" is prominently emblazoned in a stylized block font across the top left corner, balanced by the word "NEOLITHIC" along the bottom margin and a crisp "1½d" fractional denomination marker on the right side.
Circa: 1965-1970s
Condition: Used
Notes:
The physical artifact represented on this stamp is a undisputed masterpiece of prehistoric sculpture, currently preserved in the National Museum of Archaeology in Valletta.